Devotional

23 September

Does love really matter?

Devotional, September 23, 2020

Life changes like the seasons. We contemplate the passage of time as summer turns to autumn. Our hearts and minds remember the past months and mark the visible changes. We look forward to the new, and something within us longs to cultivate truth. As seasons change, it is not unusual to become introspective. Autumn is a lovely season for soul searching…. Does love really matter? Jesus said, “If you love me, keep my commandments.” In other words, obey what our Lord has said. He talked much about love. He lived it and, ultimately, gave His life for it. The entire.

23 January

Piercing the Soul

Devotional, featured, January 23, 2020

“The words of the reckless pierce like swords, but the tongue of the wise brings healing.” ~Proverbs 12:18 There are times when strong words are necessary. Words can shore us up, change our thinking, and support and strengthen our resolve. But, sharp harsh words are piercing, they wound, bringing nothing but pain. Have you heard the old expression, “soul weary and heart sore”? This well describes the bruising of our spirits and the weariness of our souls. The weight of the world and challenges of life often enough weigh heavy on our hearts and minds. Callous, thoughtless, hurtful words add.

3 April

God knows you

Devotional, April 3, 2019

“Behold what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God.” I John 3:1 God loves us so much that He became our Redeemer and paid a ransom for our lives with His own. We are valuable not because of who we know or what we have accomplished. We are priceless because of who He is. Understanding that we are created in His image and precious in His sight will forever change our perspective on love, life, and living free from the awful burden of sin. There are battles that take.

6 June

We Are of Those Who Believe

Devotional, June 6, 2018

Where do we find strength to run this race of life with endurance and finish strong? “For you have need of endurance, so that when you have done the will of God you may receive what is promised.” ~Hebrews 10:36 “We are not of those who shrink back and perish, but are among those who believe and gain possession of their souls.” ~Hebrews 10:39 We are of “those who believe.” Now is the time to run our race in truth, with confidence. Unheeded anxiety, self doubt, insecurity, carnality and sin will undermine and sabotage our effort to run the race.

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